Probable cause: Excessive side loads imposed on the tailwheel A-frame during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a separation of the tailwheel and the subsequent loss of directional control.
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Picture of the Day: Flying again after 60 years
Robert De Vries, the proud owner of this 1940 Ryan STM-2, submitted the following photo and note: “Recovered from the weeds in the Philippines in 1975, this World War II trainer flies again after 60 years. It was built by Ryan Aeronatical in San Diego and shipped to Java, now Indonesia, in December 1940. It […]
Sterile cockpit?
Human Factors columnist Jeffrey Madison explores the relationship between the sterile cockpit rule, flight instructing and PIC.
Video: Accident case study analyzes a traffic pattern tragedy
A new video from AOPA’s Air Safety Institute studies a traffic pattern accident, with experts discussing how pilots can recognize and avoid the mistakes that led up to the fatal accident.
Call to action to pilots to comment on Death Valley’s Chicken Strip
A call to action has been put out to pilots everywhere to support the Chicken Strip in Death Valley.
Aircraft Spruce opens Alaska location
Aircraft Spruce has opened its newest location in Wasilla, Alaska.
McFarlane wins FAA approval on Cessna fuel selector valves and parts
McFarlane Aviation Products has won FAA-PMA approval on new complete fuel selector valve assemblies for Cessna 170, 172, 175, and 177 aircraft, with approvals on more airframes expected soon.
Homebuilt’s first flight ends in crash
Probable cause: The structural failure of both wings’ leading-edge slats, which resulted in a loss of airplane control.
Picture of the Day: My wife’s first flight in my Husky
Roger Thomas submitted the following photo and note: “So relaxing. I love it. We fly low and slow over the beautiful Palm Beach County Atlantic coastline in Florida.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos sent in for Picture of […]